TM-G707A KENWOOD CORPORATION 144/440 MHz FM DUAL BAND
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
#0.1 Copyright
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#0.2 Editor's Introduction
This manual has been edited for easy use in speech synthesizers
and specifically for use by the blind and visually impaired.
Several chapters have therefore been omitted. This version
covers the Canadian and US models of the rig only.
Section numbers are preceded by the # sign to aid searching.
The contents were generated in WordPerfect 7 and may be used
to generate new contents in other versions like Braille.
CONTENTS
#0.1 Copyright 1
#0.2 Editor's Introduction 1
#0.3 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES 6
#1 PREPARATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED STATION OPERATION 6
#1.1 MOBILE INSTALLATION 6
#1.1.1 Installation Example 6
#1.1.2 Installation Steps 6
#1.2 DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION 7
#1.2.1 Mobile Operation 7
#1.2.2 Fixed Station Operation 8
#1.2.3 Replacing Fuses 9
#1.3 ANTENNA CONNECTION 9
#1.4 ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS 10
#1.4.1 External Speaker 10
#1.4.2 Microphone 10
#1.5 PACKET EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS 10
#2 YOUR FIRST QSO 11
#3 GETTING STARTED 11
#3.1 BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES 11
#3.2 BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY 12
#3.3 FRONT PANEL 13
#3.4 REAR PANEL 15
#3.5 MICROPHONE 16
#3.6 INDICATORS 17
#4 OPERATING BASICS 17
#4.1 SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF 17
#4.2 ADJUSTING VOLUME 17
#4.3 ADJUSTING SQUELCH 17
#4.4 SELECTING A BAND 18
#4.5 SELECTING FREQUENCIES 18
#4.5.1 Tuning Control 18
#4.5.2 Microphone UP or DOWN Buttons 19
#4.6 TRANSMITTING 19
#4.6.1 Selecting Output Power 19
#5 EASY OPERATION 20
#6 MENU SET-UP 21
#6.1 WHAT IS A MENU? 21
#6.2 MENU ACCESS 21
#6.3 MENU CONFIGURATION 22
#7 OPERATION THROUGH REPEATERS 23
#7.1 REPEATER ACCESS 23
#7.1.1 Selecting Offset Direction 24
#7.1.2 Selecting Offset Frequency 24
#7.1.3 Activating Tone Function 25
#7.1.4 Selecting a Tone Frequency 25
#7.1.5 Automatic Repeater Offset 27
#7.2 REVERSE FUNCTION 27
#8 MEMORY CHANNELS 28
#8.1 SIMPLEX & REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY CHANNEL? 28
#8.2 STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR STANDARD REPEATER FREQUENCIES
29
#8.3 STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER FREQUENCIES 30
#8.4 RECALLING MEMORY CHANNELS 31
#8.5 CLEARING MEMORY CHANNELS 31
#8.6 NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS 32
#8.7 SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/FREQUENCY DISPLAY 33
#8.8 CALL CHANNEL 33
#8.8.1 Recalling the Call Channel 33
#8.8.2 Changing Call Channel Contents 34
#8.9 MEMORY to VFO TRANSFER 34
#8.10 CHANNEL DISPLAY FUNCTION (omitted in this document)
35
#8.11 INITIALIZING MEMORY 35
#8.11.1 Partial Reset (VFO) 35
#8.11.2 Full Reset (Memory) 36
#9 PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM) 36
#9.1 PROGRAMMABLE INFORMATION 36
#9.2 APPLICATION EXAMPLES 37
#9.3 STORING DATA IN PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY CHANNELS 38
#9.4 RECALLING PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY CHANNELS 39
#9.5 AUTO PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY CHANNEL STORAGE 39
#9.6 RESETTING PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY 40
#10 SCAN 40
#10.1 SCAN RESUME METHODS 41
#10.1.1 Selecting Scan Resume Method 41
#10.2 VFO SCAN 42
#10.3 MEMORY SCAN 42
#10.3.1 Locking Out Memory Channels 43
#10.4 Mhz SCAN 43
#10.5 PROGRAM SCAN 44
#10.5.1 Setting Scan Limits 44
#10.5.2 Using Program Scan 45
#10.6 CALL/VF0 SCAN 45
#10.7 CALL/MEMORY SCAN 46
#10.8 PRIORITY SCAN 46
#10.8.1 Storing Frequency in Priority Channel 47
#10.8.2 Selecting Priority Scan Method 47
#10.8.3 Using Priority Scan 47
#11 CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH SYSTEM (CTCSS) 48
#11.1 USING CTCSS 48
#11.1.1 Automatic Tone Frequency ID 50
#12 DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY (DTMF) FUNCTIONS 51
#12.1 MAKING DTMF CALLS 51
#12.1.1 Autopatch 51
#12.1.2 Microphone Keypad Confirmation Tones 52
#12.2 STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC DIALER 52
#12.3 CONFIRMING STORED DTMF NUMBERS 52
#12.4 TRANSMITTING STORED DTMF NUMBERS 53
#13 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION (PF) KEYS 53
#13.1 ASSIGNING FRONT PANEL KEY FUNCTIONS 53
#13.2 ASSIGNING SPECIAL KEY FUNCTIONS 54
#14 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS 55
#14.1 TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT) 55
#14.2 AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO) 56
#14.3 PROGRAMMABLE VFO 56
#14.4 KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY 57
#14.4.1 Frequency Entry 57
#14.4.2 Memory Channel Number Entry 58
#14.4.3 Tone Frequency Number Entry 58
#14.5 CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE 59
#14.6 DISPLAY DIMMER 60
#14.6.1 Manual Dimmer Change 60
#14.6.2 Auto Dimmer Change 60
#14.7 BEEP VOLUME CHANGE 60
#14.8 DISPLAY DEMONSTRATION 61
#14.9 LOCK 61
#14.9.1Transceiver Lock 61
#14.9.2 All Lock 61
#14.10 POWER-ON MESSAGE 62
#14.11 S-METER SQUELCH 62
#14.11.1 Squelch Hang Time 63
#14.12 ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT (AIP) 63
#14.13 SWITCHING AM/FM MODE 64
#15 MICROPHONE CONTROL 64
#16 PACKET OPERATION 66
#16.1 1200/9600 bps OPERATION 66
#16.1.1 DATA Connector Pin Functions (omitted fro this document)
68
#17 VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER (Optional) 68
#18 CROSS BAND OPERATION 69
#19 CLONE 70
#20 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES (omitted in this document) 71
#21 INSTALLING OPTIONS (omitted in this document) 71
#22 MAINTENANCE 71
#22.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 71
#22.2 SERVICE 71
#22.3 SERVICE NOTE 72
#22.4 CLEANING 73
#22.5 TROUBLESHOOTING (omitted in this document) 73
#23 SPECIFICATIONS (omitted in this document) 73
#24 POWER ON FUNCTION SUMMARY 73
#25 INDEX (omitted in this document) 73
#0.3 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Microphone
DC power cable
Transceiver fuse
Mounting bracket
Microphone hanger
Screw set
Warranty card
Instruction manual
ATTENTION: MOST PROCEDURES REQUIRE THAT YOU PRESS AN
APPROPRIATE KEY IN EACH STEP WITHIN APPROXIMATELY
10 SECONDS, OR THE PREVIOUS MODE WILL BE RESTORED.
#1 PREPARATION FOR MOBILE AND FIXED STATION OPERATION
#1.1 MOBILE INSTALLATION
Install the transceiver in a safe, convenient position inside
your vehicle that minimizes danger to your passengers and
yourself while the vehicle is in motion. For example, consider
installing the transceiver under the dash in front of the
passenger seat so that knees or legs will not strike the radio
during sudden braking of your vehicle. Try to pick a well-ventilated
location that is shielded from direct sunlight.
#1.1.1 Installation Example
Use the supplied mounting bracket to install the transceiver
inside your vehicle. To enjoy the best viewing angle, you
can position the transceiver in the bracket in a number of
ways as shown below.
#1.1.2 Installation Steps
Install the mounting bracket in the vehicle using the supplied
flat washers and self-tapping screws. There are 4 washers
and 4 screws supplied.
The bracket can be mounted with the bracket opening for the
transceiver facing down for underneath mounting, or with the
opening facing up.
The bracket must be installed so that the 4 screw holes on
the edge of each bracket side are facing forward.
Position the transceiver, then insert and tighten the supplied
hexagon SEMS screws and washers. There are 2 screws and 2
washers supplied for each side of the bracket. Double check
that all hardware is tightened to prevent vehicle vibration
from loosening the bracket or transceiver.
#1.2 DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION
#1.2.1 Mobile Operation
The vehicle battery must have a nominal rating of 12 V. Never
connect the transceiver to a 24 V battery. Be sure to use
a 12 V vehicle battery that has sufficient current capacity.
If the current to the transceiver is insufficient, the display
may darken during transmission, or transmit output power may
drop excessively.
Route the DC power cable supplied with the transceiver directly
to the vehicle's battery terminals using the shortest path
from the transceiver.
If using a noise filter, it should be installed with an insulator
to prevent it from touching metal on the vehicle.
It is not recommended to use the cigarette lighter socket
since some cigarette lighter sockets introduce an unacceptable
voltage drop.
If the power cable must be routed through a hole in the vehicle
chassis or body, for example in the firewall at the front
of the passenger compartment, use a rubber grommet to protect
the cable from abrasion. Dismantle the fuse holder to pass
the cable through the firewall.
The entire length of the cable must be dressed so it is isolated
from heat, moisture, and the engine secondary (high voltage)
ignition system/cables.
After the cable is in place, wind heat-resistant tape around
the fuse holder to protect it from moisture. Tie down the
full run of cable.
To prevent the risk of shod circuits, disconnect other wiring
from the negative (-) battery terminal before connecting the
transceiver.
Confirm the correct polarity of the connections, and attach
the power cable to the battery terminals; red connects to
the positive (+) terminal, black connects to the negative
(-) terminal. Use the full length of the cable without cutting
off excess even if the cable is longer than required. In particular,
never remove the fuse holders from the cable.
Reconnect any wiring removed from the negative terminal.
Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver's power supply
connector.
Press the connectors firmly together until the locking tab
clicks. Press firmly.
#1.2.2 Fixed Station Operation
In order to use this transceiver for fixed station operation,
you will need a separate 13.8 V DO power supply that must
be purchased separately. The recommended current capacity
of your power supply is 12A.
Connect the DC power cable to the regulated DC power supply
and check that polarities are correct (Red: positive, Black:
negative).
DO NOT directly connect the transceiver to an AC outlet!
Use the supplied DC power cable to connect the transceiver
to a regulated power supply.
Do not substitute a cable with smaller gauge wires.
Connect the transceiver's DC power connector to the connector
on the DC power cable. Press the connectors firmly together
until the locking tab
Note:
For your transceiver to fully exhibit its performance capabilities,
the following optional power supply is recommended: PS-33
(20.5 A, 25% duty cycle).
Before connecting the DC power supply to the transceiver,
be sure to switch the transceiver and the DC power supply
OFF
Do not plug the DC power supply into an AC outlet until you
make aft connections.
#1.2.3 Replacing Fuses
If the fuse blows, determine the cause then correct the problem.
After the problem is resolved, replace the fuse. If newly
installed fuses continue to blow, disconnect the power cable
and contact your dealer or the nearest Service Center for
assistance.
Fuse location and ratings are:
Transceiver 15 A
DC Power Cable 20 A
CAUTION: ONLY USE FUSES OF THE SPECIFIED TYPE AND RATING.
Note: If you use the transceiver for a long period when the
vehicle battery is not fully charged, or when the engine is
OFF, the battery may become discharged, and will not have
sufficient reserves to start the vehicle. Avoid using the
transceiver under these conditions.
#1.3 ANTENNA CONNECTION
Before operating, you must first install an efficient, well-tuned
antenna. The success of your installation, depend largely
on the type of antenna and its correct installation. The transceiver
can give excellent result., the antenna system and its installation
is given careful attention.
You should choose a 50 ohm impedance antenna to match the
transceiver input impedance. Use low-loss coaxial feed line
that also has a characteristic impedance of 50 ohm. Coupling
the antenna to the transceiver via feed lines having an impedance
other than 50 ohms reduces the efficiency of the antenna system,
and can cause interference to nearby broadcast television
receivers, radio receivers, and other electronic equipment.
CAUTION:
TRANSMITTING WITHOUT FIRST CONNECTING AN ANTENNA OR OTHER
MATCHED LOAD MAY DAMAGE THE TRANSCEIVER ALWAYS CONNECT THE
ANTENNA TO THE TRANSCEIVER BEFORE TRANSMITTING.
ALL FIXED STATIONS SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH A LIGHTNING ARRESTER
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND TRANSCEIVER
DAMAGE.
#1.4 ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
#1.4.1 External Speaker
If you plan to use an external speaker, choose a speaker
with an impedance of 8 ohm. The external speaker jack accepts
a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter mono (2-conductor) plug. Recommended
speakers include the SP-50B and SP-41.
#1.4.2 Microphone
To communicate in the voice modes, plug a 600 ohm microphone
equipped with an 8-pin modular connector into the modular
socket on the front panel of the transceiver. Press firmly
on the plug until the locking tab clicks.
#1.5 PACKET EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS
If you intend to use this transceiver for Packet operation,
you will need the following equipment.
Personal computer with communications software
Terminal Node Controller (TNC)
TNC power supply
RS-232C cable
6-pin mini DIN plug (optional PG-5A)
For the DATA connector pins, refer to "PACKET OPERATION".
Note:
Do not share a single power supply between the transceiver
and the TNC.
Keep as wide a separation between the transceiver and computer
as practical to reduce noise-pickup by the transceiver.
One end of the optional PG-5A cable has not been connectorized.
Attach the appropriate connector that mates with the TNC connector.
#2 YOUR FIRST QSO
If you tend to discard instruction manuals along with the
packaging material please don't. The 7 steps given here will
get you on the air in your first QSO right away. So, you can
enjoy the exhilaration that comes with opening a brand new
transceiver.
After trying the rig for a while, settle back in your most
comfortable operating chair with this manual and your favorite
drink for an hour or two. The time spent will be worthwhile.
Switch ON the DC Power-supply, then press the POWER switch
Turn the VOLUME and SQUELCH to approximately 9 o'clock.
Press BAND to select the VHF or UHF.
Turn the TUNING control to select a frequency.
Press and hold Microphone [PTT], then speak
Relese Microphone [PTT] to receive.
Repeat above two steps to continue communication.
#3 GETTING STARTED
#3.1 BASIC TRANSCEIVER MODES
This section introdu0ces you to the basic modes you can select.
VFO mode
Press VFO to select. In this mode you can change the operating
frequency using the Tuning control or Microphone UP or DOWN.
Memory Recall mode
Press Memory Recall to select. In this mode you can change
memory channels, using the Tuning control or Microphone UP
or DOWN, where you stored frequencies and related data. For
further information, refer to "MEMORY CHANNELS"
Programmable Memory (PM) mode
Press PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY to select. In this mode you can
select the transceiver environment, by pressing 1 to 4, that
you stored in Programmable Memory channels.
Menu mode
Press MENU to select. In this mode you can change Menu Numbers
using the Tuning control or Microphone UP or DOWN. For further
information, refer to "MENU SET-UP".
Easy Operation mode
Hold MENU and press POWER ON to select. In this mode only
the basic functions are available and the memory storing procedures
are simplified. You may prefer this mode if you seldom use
functions other than the basic ones. For further information,
refer to "EASY OPERATION".
#3.2 BUTTON FUNCTION DISPLAY
The lower portion of the display has labels that indicate
the current function of each of the 5 front panel buttons.
The Italic font is used to show these 5 buttons in the description
of each operation step. After pressing F, pressing F again
or waiting for 10 seconds restores the basic state.
Basic State Display Labels are F, TONE, Reverse, LOW and
BAND.
Labels after Pressing F are F Off, TSET, SHIFT, STEP and
a non understood symbol.
Labels after Pressing PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY are 1, 2, 3, 4,
and Programmable Memory Off.
Note: After pressing F, press the appropriate key within
approximately 10 seconds, or the Basic State display will
be restored.
#3.3 FRONT PANEL
Note: This section describes only the main functions of the
front panel controls and buttons. For the functions not described
here, you will find explanations in the appropriate sections
of this manual. The controls are described starting at the
top left and proceeding clockwise around the rig.
CALL button
Recalls the Call channel. Also starts or stops CalI/VFO Scan
when in VFO mode, or Call/Memory Scan when in Memory Recall
mode.
VF0 button
Selects the VFO mode. In this mode you can change the operating
frequency, using the Tuning control or Microphone UP or DOWN.
Also provides:
VFO Scan start/stop to scan the entire VFO range.
Program Scan start/stop to scan a proºrammed range of
frequencies.
MEMORY RECALL button
Selects the Memory Recall mode . In this mode you can change
memory channels, using the Tuning control or Microphone UP
or DOWN. Also starts or stops Memory Scan .
Tuning control
Selects:
Operating frequencies when in VFO mode.
Memory channels when in Memory Recall mode.
Menu Numbers. when in Menu mode.
This control is used for various other selections.
Mhz button
Selects the MHz mode. In this mode you can change the operating
frequency in 1 MHz steps or 10 MHz steps, using the Tuning
control or Microphone UP or DOWN. Also starts or stops MHz
Scan
F (Function) button
Allows you to select the different functions that are available
using the multifunction buttons.
TONE button
Switches the Tone function or CTCSS function ON or OFF. Also
activates or deactivates Automatic Tone frequency lD.
REVERSE button
Switches the transmit frequency and receive frequency when
operating with a standard transmit offset or an odd-split
memory channel.
LOW button
Selects High, Medium, or Low transmit output power.
BAND button
Selects the VHF or UHF band. On some versions also selects
the 118 MHz band.
DIMMER button
Selects the display illumination from 5 levels, including
OFF.
VOLUME control
When turned, adjusts the level of receive audio the speaker.
SQUELCH control
When turned, adjusts the squelch threshold level . This allows
you to mute speaker output while no stations are being received.
MENU button
Selects the Menu mode.
PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY button
Selects the Programmable Memory mode.
POWER switch
Switches the transceiver ON or OFF.
Connectors
To the lower right of the rig is the microphone connector.
Insert the 8 pin modular connector until the locking tab clicks.
The lower left has the Data connector. Connect a Terminal
Node Controller (TNC) for Packet operation. Accepts a 6-pin
mini DIN plug. This manual does not cover the pin layout.
#3.4 REAR PANEL
Antenna connector
Connect an external antenna. When making test transmissions,
connect a dummy load in place of the antenna. The antenna
system or load should have an impedance of 50 ohms. The TM-G707E
accepts a male N-type connector and other versions accept
a male PL-259 connector. This transceiver has only one antenna
connector because of a built-in duplexer.
Power Input 13.8 V DC cable
Connect a 13.8 V DC power source. Use the supplied DCC power
cable.
Speaker jack
If you wish, connect an optional external speaker for clearer
audio. This jack accepts a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter, 2-conductor
plug. The right jack is unavailable.
#3.5 MICROPHONE
UP button on the top right with the keypad facing you.
DOWN button on the top left.
Raises or lowers the operating frequency, the memory channel
number, the menu number, etc. Holding either button down causes
the action to be repeated. Aisc, switches between values for
functions with multiple choices.
PTT (Push-to-talk) switch on the left with the keypad facing
you.
Press and hold to transmit, then release to receive. LOCK
switch
Four buttons above the keypad are, from left to right:
CALL key
VF0 key
Memory Rwcall key
Programmable Function key
The first three are identical to the front panel CALL, VFO
and Memory Recal buttons. These keys can be re-programmed,
if desired.
Depending on which function you select by accessing "PFI"
in Menu No. 20 , the function of this key differs. Refer to
"PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION (PF) KEYS".
DTMF keypad
The 16-key keypad is used for DTMF functions, or to directly
enter a frequency or a memory channel number.
Lock slide switch on the side of the microphone opposite
to the keypad. Locks all microphone keys except PTT and the
DTMF keypad.
#3.6 INDICATORS
On the display you will see various indicators that show
what you have selected. Sometimes you may not recall what
those indicators mean or how you can cancel the current setting.
In such a case, 'ou will find this table very useful.
Indicator descriptions are omitted from this manual.
#4 OPERATING BASICS
#4.1 SWITCHING POWER ON/OFF
1 Switch ON the DC power supply. If operating mobile, skip
this step.
2 Press the POWER switch to switch ON the transceiver.
3 To switch OFF the transceiver, press the POWER switch again.
In a fixed installation, after the transceiver has been switched
ON, it can then be switched OFF or ON by using only the power
switch on the DC power supply.
#4.2 ADJUSTING VOLUME
Turn the VOLUME control clockwise (or counterclockwise) to
increase (or decrease) the audio level.
#4.3 ADJUSTING SQUELCH
The purpose of the Squelch function is to silence background
noise output from the speaker (squelch closed) when no signals
are present. When the level is set correctly, you will hear
sound (squelch opened) only while a station is actually being
received.
Turn the SQUELCH control to just eliminate the background
noise when no signal is present. As you turn the control clockwise,
stronger sign required to open the squelch.
Note: The point at which ambient noise on a frequency just
disappears , called the squelch threshold, depends on the
frequency.
#4.4 SELECTING A BAND
Press BAND to select the VHF or UHF band
#4.5 SELECTING FREQUENCIES
#4.5.1 Tuning Control
Using the Tuning control is convenient when you are within
easy reach of the transceiver front panel, and the frequencies
to be selected are near the current frequency.
1 Press VFO to select VFO mode.
2 Turn the Tuning control clockwise to increase the frequency
or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency.
You can also select frequencies via the microphone keypad.
See "KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY".
To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz, press MHz first.
Pressing MHz again cancels the 1 MHz function.
To change frequencies in steps of 10 MHz, hold F and pres
MHz first; do not press F for longer than 1 second. Pressing
F cancels the 10 MHz function; pressing MHz starts the 1 MHz
function.
Note: If you cannot select a particular frequency, you need
to change the frequency step size. See "CHANGING FREQUENCY
STEP SIZE" for further information.
#4.5.2 Microphone UP or DOWN Buttons
Using Mic UP or DOWN for frequency selection is useful when
mobiling or any time you are not immediately in front of the
transceiver.
Press Microphone UP or DOWN once to change the frequency
by one step in the direction indicated by the button.
Pressing and holding the button causes the frequency to step
repeatedly. Release it to stop the frequency change.
To change frequencies in steps of 1 MHz (or 10 MHz), press
MHz (or hold F and press MHz) first).
#4.6 TRANSMITTING
1 When ready to begin transmitting, press and hold Microphone
PTT and speak in a normal tone of voice. "ON AIR"
and the RF power meter appear in the display.
Speaking too close to the microphone, or too loudly, may
increase distortion and reduce intelligibility of your signal
at the receiving station.
The RF power meter shows the relative transmit output power.
2 When you finish speaking, release Microphone PTT.
#4.6.1 Selecting Output Power
It's wise, and required by law, to select the lowest power
that allows reliable communication. If operating from battery
power, lower transmit power will give you more operating time
before a charge is necessary. Reducing power lowers the risk
of interfering with others on the band.
Press LOW to select high ("H"), medium ("M"),
or low ("L") power. The default is high.
CAUTION:
DO NOT TRANSMIT WITH HIGH OUTPUT POWER FOR EXTENDED PERIODS.
THE TRANSCEIVER MAY OVERHEAT AND MALFUNCTION.
CONTINUOUS TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE HEAT SINK TO
OVERHEAT, NEVER TOUCH THE HEAT SINK WHEN IT MAY BE HOT.
Note: When the transceiver overheats because of ambient high
temperature or continuous transmission, the protective circuit
may function to lower transmit output power.
#5 EASY OPERATION
If you are a person who has just acquired a ham license and
wants to use only the basic functions for now, use Easy Operation
mode. Only the basic functions are available in this mode
so you need not worry about studying other functions.
When in this mode, you can store a simplex frequency in up
to 3 memory channels by just pressing a single key; the channels
are shared by both bands.
Hold MENU and press POWER ON to enter (or exit) Easy Operation
mode.
Note: Settings made in Easy Operation mode are independent
of settings in the normal mode.
The available keys and functions in this mode are listed
below. The VOLUME and SQUELCH controls also function.
POWER: switch ON.(or OFF) the transceiver.
CALL: recall the Call channel.
Hols CALL for 1 second: store the currently selected frequency
in the Call channel.
VFO: select VFO mode.
Memory Recall: select Memory Recall mode.
MHz: change the frequency in steps of 1 MHz.
Tuning control: change the frequency.
Hold 1, 2 or 3 for one second: store the currently selected
frequency in memory channel 1, 2, or 3; for example holding
1 for one second stores frequency in channel 1.
Press 1, 2 or 3: recall memory channel 1, 2, or 3, if data
is stored
LOW: switch the transmit output power.
BAND: change the current band.
DIMMER: change the display illumination.
Microphone DOWN: lower the operating frequency.
Microphone UP: raise the operating frequency.
Microphone PTT: transmit.
Microphone CALL: recall the Call channel.
Microphone VFO: select VFO mode.
Microphone Memory Recal: select Memory Recall mode.
Microphone Programmable Function: change the current band.
#6 MENU SET-UP
#6.1 WHAT IS A MENU?
Many functions on this transceiver are selected or configured
via a software-controlled Menu instead of physical controls
on the transceiver. Once familiar with the Menu system, you
will appreciate the versatility it offers.
#6.2 MENU ACCESS
1 Select the desired band. For some Menu Nos., you can select
a different setting on each band.
2 Press MENU to enter Menu mode. The last Menu number used
appears.
3 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the Menu Number
"ESC" and "OK" appear as button labels.
To cancel the selection and restore the previous display,
press ESC.
4 Press OK. Depending on Menu Numbers, right arrow also appears.
For the subsequent steps, see the appropriate sections in
this manual.
5 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to switch the selection.
6 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
Note: As required, operate keys or the Tuning control in
each step within approximately 10 seconds, or the previous
mode will be restored.
#6.3 MENU CONFIGURATION
Note: For the shaded Menu functions, select the appropriate
band (VHF or UHF) before entering Menu mode.
Each item starts with the Menu Number, then has a description,
the selections available for that Menu and finally the default
selection. These four items are delimited with semi colons.
A new line is used for each Menu Number.
0; AM/FM Mode Switch; AM/FM; See reference page
1; Power-On Message; See reference page; KENWOOD
2; Auto Dimmer Change; ON/OFF; OFF
3; Memory Channel Lockout selectable only after a memory channel
has been recalled; ON/OFF; OFF
00004; Memory Recall Method; All bands (ALL)/Single band (ONE);
All bands
5; Memory Channel Name selectable only after a memory channel
has been recalled; See reference page
6; Auto PM Channel Storage; ON/OFF; ON
7; Automatic Repeater Offset; ON/OFF; ON
8; Offset Frequency; 00:00 MHz - 29.95 MHz in steps of 50
kHz; see reference page
9; Programmable VFO (Upper/lower limits); Frequencies selectable
on the band; Upped and lower RX frequency limits on the band
10; Scan Resume Method; Time-Operated (TO)/Carrier-Operated
(CO); Time-Operated
11; Priority Scan Method; Mode A/Mode B; Mode A
12; Automatic Power Off (APO); ON/OFF; OFF
13; Time-Out Timer (TOT); 3/5/10 minutes; 10 minutes
14; S-meter Squelch; ON/OFF; OFF
15; S-meter Squelch Hang Time selectable only when S-meter
Squelch is ON; 2125 ms/250 ms/500 ms/OFF; OFF
16; Beep Volume; Level 1 (min.) to 7 (max.) / OFF; Level 5
17; Voice Synthesizer selectable only when the optional VS-3
is installed; English/Japanese/OFF; English
18; DIMMER/VOICE Function Switch selectable only when the
optional VS-3 is installed; DIMMER/VOICE; DIMMER
19; Data Transfer Rate; 1200 bps/9600 bps; 1200 bps
20 to 23; Programmable Function Keys; See reference page;
User setting
24, 25; Not currently used
26; Europe model only
27; Microphone Control; ON/OFF; OFF
28; Microphone Keypad Confirmation Tones; ON/OFF; OFF
29 to 38; DTMF Number Storage; See reference page
#7 OPERATION THROUGH REPEATERS
Repeaters are often installed and maintained by radio clubs,
sometimes with the cooperation of local businesses involved
in the communications industry.
Compared to simplex communication, you can usually transmit
over much greater distances by using a repeater. Repeaters
are typically located on a mountain top or other elevated
location. Often they operate at higher ERP (Effective Radiated
Power) than a typical station. This combination of elevation
and high ERP allows communications over considerable distances.
#7.1 REPEATER ACCESS
Most amateur radio voice repeaters use a separate receive
and transmit frequency. You can set a separate transmit frequency
by selecting the offset frequency and offset direction with
respect to the receive frequency. In addition, some repeaters
may require the transceiver to transmit a tone before the
repeater can be used. To transmit this required tone, activate
the Tone function and select a tone frequency.
The required offset direction, offset frequency, and tone
frequency depend on the repeater you are accessing. Consult
your local repeater reference.
Flow Chart for Repeater Access
Select a band
Select a receive frequency
Select an offset direction
Select an offset frequency
Activate the Tone function if necessary
Select a Tone frequency if necessary
Press and hold PTT to transmit
#7.1.1 Selecting Offset Direction
Select whether the transmit frequency will be higher (+)
or lower (-) than the receive frequency.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press F, then SHIFT. Each time you repeat this key operation,
the offset direction changes from simplex to plus to minus
and back to simplex.
Note:
If the offset transmit frequency falls outside the allowable
transmit frequency range, transmitting is inhibited. Use one
of the following methods to bring the transmit frequency into
the allowable range:
Move the receive frequency further inside the band.
Change the offset direction.
While using an odd-sprit memory channel or transmitting,
you cannot change the offset direction.
#7.1.2 Selecting Offset Frequency
Select how much the transmit frequency will be offset from
the receive frequency. The default offset frequency on the
VHF band is 600 kHz no matter which market version; the default
on the UHF band is 5 MHz
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
3 Select Menu Number8 (OFS).
4 Press OK, then select the appropriate offset frequency.
The selectable range is from 00.00 MHz to 29.95 MHz in steps
of 50 kHz.
5 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
Note: After changing the offset frequency, the new offset
frequency will also be used by Automatic Repeater Offset.
#7.1.3 Activating Tone Function
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press TONE to activate the Tone function. Each time you
press TONE, the selection changes from no indication to Tone,
to CTCSS and back to no indication.
#7.1.4 Selecting a Tone Frequency
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press TONE to activate the Tone function,
3 Press F then T.SEL.
4 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select a tone frequency. The current tone frequency appears
and blinks. The default is 88.5 Hz.
5 Press OK to complete the setting.
Note: If you store tone settings in memory channels, you
need not make the settings every time. Recalling the memory
channels will restore the tone settings which you make this
time. Refer to "MEMORY CHANNELS".
The tone numbers and corresponding frequencies are:
1: 01 67.0
02 71.9
03 74.4
04 77.0
05 79.7
06 82.5
07 85.4
08 88.5
09 91.5
10 94.8
11 97.4 2
12 100.0
13 103.5
14 107.2
15 110.9
16 114.8
17 118.8
18 123.0
19 127.3
20 131.8
21 136.5
22 141.3
23 146.2
24 151.4
25 156.7
26 162.2
27 167.9
28 173.8
29 179.9
30 186.2
31 192.8
32 203.5
33 210.7
34 218.1
35 225.7
36 233.6
37 241.8
38 250.3
Use Nos. 01 to 38 shown in the table above when selecting
tone frequencies via Keypad Direct Entry.
#7.1.5 Automatic Repeater Offset
This function automatically selects an offset direction and
activates the Tone function, according to the frequency that
you select on the VHF band. The transceiver is programmed
for offset direction as shown below. To obtain an up-to-date
band plan for repeater offset direction, contact your national
Amateur Radio association.
The offsets that comply with the standard ARRL band plan
are:
144.0 to 145.1 simplex;
145.1 to 145.5 negative;
145.5 to 146.0 simplex;
146.0 to 146.4 positive;
146.4 to 146.6 simplex;
146.6 to 147.0 negative;
147.0 to 147.4 positive;
147.4 to 147.6 simplex;
147.6 to 148.0 negative.
Note: Automatic Repeater Offset does not function when Reverse
or CTCSS is ON. However, pressing REV after Automatic Repeater
Offset has selected an offset (sprit) status, exchanges the
receive and transmit frequencies.
1 Select the VHF band.
2 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
3 Select Menu Number 7 (ARO).
4 Press OK, then switch the function ON (default) or OFF.
5 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
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#7.2 REVERSE FUNCTION
After setting a separate receive and transmit frequency, you
can exchange these frequencies using the Reverse function.
While using a repeater, this function allows you to check
the signal strength of a station accessing the repeater. If
the station's signal is strong, move to a simplex frequency
to continue the contact and free up the repeater.
Press REVERSE to switch the Reverse function ON (or OFF).
"R" appears when the function is ON.
Note:
If pressing REVERSE places the transmit frequency outside
the allowable transmit frequency range, then pressing Microphone
PT'r causes an error been to sound,' transmission is inhibited.
If pressing REVERSE places the receive frequency outside the
receive frequency range, an error beep sounds and no reversal
occurs.
Automatic Repeater Offset does not function while Reverse
is ON.
You cannot switch Reverse ON or OFF while transmitting.
#8 MEMORY CHANNELS
In memory channels, you can store frequencies and related
data that you often use. Then you need not reprogram those
data every time. You can quickly recall wanted channels by
simple operation. A total of 180 memory channels are available
for VHF and UHF.
You can also store a name for each memory channel. For more
information, see "NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS".
#8.1 SIMPLEX & REPEATER OR ODD-SPLIT MEMORY CHANNEL?
You can use each memory channel as a simplex & repeater
channel or odd-split channel. Store only one frequency to
use as a simplex & repeater channel or two separate frequencies
to use as an odd-split channel. Select either application
for each channel depending on the operations you have in mind.
Simplex & repeater channel allows:
Simplex frequency operation
Repeater operation with a standard offset(If an offset direction
is stored)
Odd-split channel allows: Repeater operation with a non-standard
offset
Note. Not only can you store data in memory channels, but
you can also overwrite existing data with new data.
The data listed below can be stored in each memory channel:
Receive frequency
Transmit frequency
Tone frequency
Tone ON
CTCSS frequency
CTCSS ON
Frequency step size
Offset direction
Reverse ON
Memory channel lockout
Memory channel name
#8.2 STORING SIMPLEX FREQUENCIES OR STANDARD REPEATER FREQUENCIES
1 Press VFO to select VFO mode.
2 Press BAND to select the desired band.
3 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the desired frequency. You can also enter digits
directly from the microphone keypad.
4 If storing a standard repeater frequency, select the following
data:
Offset direction
Tone ON, if necessary
Tone frequency, if necessary
If storing a simplex frequency, you may select other related
data (CTCSS ON, CTCSS freq. etc.).
5 Press F.
A memory channel number appears.
A triangle icon appears above the memory channel number if
the channel already contained data.
6 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the desired memory channel (within approx. 10 seconds).
7 Press Memory Recall. The selected frequency and related
data are stored in the memory channel.
#8.3 STORING ODD-SPLIT REPEATER FREQUENCIES
Some repeaters use a receive and transmit frequency pair
with a non-standard offset. To access those repeaters, store
two separate frequencies in a memory channel. You then can
operate on those repeaters without changing the offset programming
in the Menu.
1 Select the appropriate receive frequency by using steps
1 to 6 (not 7) given for simplex or standard repeater frequencies.
If necessary, select Tone ON and tone frequency.
2 Hold Memory Recall for 1 second. "-" and "+"
appear.
3 Select the appropriate transmit frequency (within approx.
10 seconds).
4 Press Memory Recall. The selected transmit frequency is
stored in the memory channel.
Note:
When you recall an odd-split memory channel, "-"
and %" appear on the display Press REVERSE to display
the transmit frequency.
In step 2 you cannot use Microphone Memory Recall, nor Microphone
PF programmed with Memory Recall.
Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored
in an
odd-split memory channel
#8.4 RECALLING MEMORY CHANNELS
1 Press Memory Recall to enter Memory Recall mode. + The
memory channel used last is recalled.
2 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the desired memory channel.
You can also recall memory channels by directly entering numeric
digits via the microphone keypad.
You cannot recall empty memory channels.
To restore VFO mode, press VFO.
You may want to recall only memory channels that store frequencies
of the current band. Access Menu Number 4 (MR) to select "ONE".
The default is "ALL".
ONE: Recalls only memory channels of the current band.
ALL: Recalls all programmed memory channels. For example,
allows you to recall a VHF frequency channel when operating
the UHF band.
Note:
When you recall an odd sprit memory channel, "-"
and %" appear on the display. Press R pounds to display
the transmit frequency.
After recalling a memory channel, you may program data such
as Tone or CTCSS. These settings, however, are cleared once
you select another channel or the VFO mode. To permanently
store the data, overwrite the channel contents.
#8.5 CLEARING MEMORY CHANNELS
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
2 Switch OFF the power to the transceiver.
3 Hold MHz and press POWER ON. A confirmation message appears.
4 Press OK. The contents of the selected memory channel are
erased.
#8.6 NAMING MEMORY CHANNELS
You can name memory channels using up to 7 alphanumeric characters.
When you recall a named memory channel, its name appears on
the display instead of the stored frequency. Names can be
callsigns, repeater names, cities, names of people, etc.
Note: You can also name the Priority channel, but you cannot
name the
Call, L1 to L6, nor U1 to U6 channels.
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
2 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
3 Select Menu Number 5 (MEM.NAME).
4 Press OK.
The first digit blinks.
If you recall a memory channel that has a name stored, the
last digit blinks.
5 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the first digit.
You can select "0" to "9", "A"
to "Z", "-", "/", or a space.
To enter a dot after the digit, press Memory Recall. Pressing
Memory Recall again clears the dot.
6 Press right arrow. The second digit blinks.
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter up to 7 digits.
After selecting the 7th digit, you need not press ,.
To re-enter the preceding digit, press 4.
To clear all digits and move back to the first digit, press
VFO.
8 Press OK to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
Note:
You can assign names only to memory channels in which you
have stored frequencies and related data.
The stored names can be overwritten by repeating steps I to
8,
The stored names also are erased by clearing memory channels.
#8.7 SWITCHING MEMORY NAME/FREQUENCY DISPLAY
After storing memory names, you can switch the display between
memory names and frequencies. You may sometimes want to confirm
frequencies stored in named memory channels.
1 Press Memory Recall to enter Memory Recall mode.
2 Press MHz to switch between memory name and frequency display.
#8.8 CALL CHANNEL
The Call channel can be used to store any frequency and related
data that you will recall often. The Call channel also can
be programmed either as a simplex & repeater or odd-split
channel. No matter what mode the transceiver is in, the Call
channel can always be selected quickly. You may want to dedicate
the Call channel as an emergency channel within your group.
In this case, the CalI/VFO scan will be useful.
The default frequency stored in the Call channel is 144.000
MHz and 440.000 MHz for VHF and UHF respectively.
The contents of the Call channel cannot be deleted; however,
you can overwrite old data with new data as described in the
following section.
#8.8.1 Recalling the Call Channel
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press CALL to recall the Call channel.
"C"appears.
To restore the previous mode, press CALL again.
#8.8.2 Changing Call Channel Contents
1 Select the desired band.
2 Select the desired frequency and related data (Tone, CTCSS,
etc.). When you program the Call channel as an odd-split channel,
select a receive frequency.
3 Press F, then CALL
The selected frequency and related data are stored in the
Call channel.
The previous mode is restored.
When programming as an odd-split channel, press F, then hold
CALL for 1 second instead. "-" and "+"
appear.
To use as an odd-split channel, proceed to the next step.
4 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the desired transmit frequency.
5 Press CALL again. The selected transmit frequency is stored
in the Call channel, and the previous mode is restored.
Note:
Transmit Offset status and Reverse status are not stored in
an odd-split Call channel
To store data other than frequencies, select the data in step
2 not step 4.
#8.9 MEMORY to VFO TRANSFER
Transferring the contents of a memory channel or a CALL channel
to the VFO can be useful if you want to search for other stations
or a clear frequency, near the selected memory channel or
CALL channel frequency.
1 Recall the desired memory channel or the CALL channel
2 Press F then VFO. The entire contents of the memory channel
or the CALL channel will be copied to the VFO. VFO mode is
selected after the transfer is completed.
Note:
A transmit frequency for an odd split memory channel or odd
split CALL channel is not transferred to the VFO. To transfer
a transmit frequency press REVERSE then F then VFO.
Lockout status and memory names are not copied from a memory
channel to the VFO.
#8.10 CHANNEL DISPLAY FUNCTION (omitted in this document)
#8.11 INITIALIZING MEMORY
If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, initializing
the transceiver may resolve the problem.
In addition, doing Full Reset is a quick way to clear all
memory channels; however, you then need to re-program memory
channels after initialization.
Note: While using the Channel Display or All Lock function,
you cannot do Partial Reset nor Full Reset.
In VHF the settings after reset are 144.000 MHz frequency,
step 5 kHz and tone frequency 88.5 Hz. In UHF they are 440.000
MHZ, 25 kHz and 88.5 Hz respectively.
#8.11.1 Partial Reset (VFO)
Use to initialize all settings except the memory channels,
the Call channel, the PM channels, and Memory Channel Lockout.
1 Hold VFO then press POWER ON.
A confirmation message appears.
To quit resetting, press any key other than OK.
2 Press OK.
#8.11.2 Full Reset (Memory)
Use to initialize all settings that you have customized.
1 Hold Memory Recall then press POWER ON.
A confirmation message appears.
To quit resetting, press any key other than OK.
2 Press OK'.
Note: You can also do Partial Reset or Full Reset by pushing
the RESET switch on the transceiver.
#9 PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY (PM)
Programmable Memory (PM) allows you to store virtually all
settings currently set on the transceiver. So you can quickly
recall exactly the same environment later. This transceiver
provides 4 PM channels. If you are the type of person who
likes the many features offered by modern transceivers, but
dislikes remembering how to make all the necessary settings,
you will find Programmable Memory particularly useful.
#9.1 PROGRAMMABLE INFORMATION
The following programmable settings are shared by the VHF
and UHF bands:
Band Select
Memory Recall method
Priority Scan method
Automatic Power Off
Time-Out Timer
Display Dimmer
Auto Dimmer Change
Beep volume
Data transfer rate
Scan resume method
S-meter Squelch
Microphone keypad confirmation tone
The following settings can be separately stored for the VHF
and UHF bands:
VFO frequency
VFO mode
Memory Recall mode
Call Channel mode
Frequency step size
Transmit output power
Tone frequency
CTCSS frequency
Tone ON
CTCSS ON
Offset direction
Offset frequency
Automatic Repeater Offset
Reverse ON
Upper frequency limit (for Programmable VFO)
Lower frequency limit (for Programmable VFO)
Advanced Intercept Point
AM/FM mode
#9.2 APPLICATION EXAMPLES
The following are examples of how you might use Programmable
Memory. These examples may not represent applications useful
to you, but you will understand the flexibility of this function.
Situation 1
You share your transceiver with other members in your family
or club. However, each individual has personal preferences
for how they like to set various functions. You have to keep
changing many settings each time you use the transceiver.
Solution
Because 4 Programmable Memory channels are available, up to
4 persons can separately program the transceiver and store
their customized environment. Then each person can quickly
change to his or her favorite settings, simply by recalling
a PM channel. It is too much trouble to change back the settings
after somebody else has reconfigured them. So this application
may avoid having a feature-rich transceiver but never using
many useful features.
Situation 2
While operating mobile on the way to work every morning,
you prefer a silent transceiver that does not interrupt the
morning calm. In addition, you feel that a bright display
is a waste of electricity in sunlight. At night when driving
home, you realize the Beep function truly serves a purpose
and you acknowledge it is nice to see a bright display after
dark.
Solution
In two PM channels, store the same operating data such as
frequency, offset, tone, etc., and store different settings
for the Display Dimmer and Beep functions. Then you can quickly
recall the best settings for day or night operating.
Situation 3
You cannot figure out how to make the transceiver exit the
current mode.
Solution
Simply recall Programmable Memory channel 1 that contains
an exact copy of the transceivers current environment. You
will not lose the contents of any memory channel.
#9.3 STORING DATA IN PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY CHANNELS
1 Confirm that the following conditions have been satisfied:
The transceiver is in the receive mode.
Scan is not being used.
Microphone Control is OFF.
2 Select the desired band.
3 Select the desired frequency and related data (Tone, CTCSS,
etc.) using VFO mode.
4 If required, select another band, then select the desired
frequency and related data.
5 Press F, then PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY. The PM channel numbers
appear and blink.
6 Press 1 to 4 corresponding to the desired Programmable
Memory channel. The selected frequency and related data are
stored in the PM channel.
#9.4 RECALLING PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY CHANNELS
1 Press PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY. The Programmable Memory channel
numbers appear.
2 Press 1 to 4 corresponding to the desired Programmable
Memory channel.
The contents of the selected channel are recalled.
The selected channel number appears and slowly blinks.
To exit Programmable Memory Recall mode, press PROGRAMMABLE
MEMORY, then PM OFF.
Note: You cannot recall a PM memory channel while transmitting.
#9.5 AUTO PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY CHANNEL STORAGE
After you recalled a Programmable Memory channel, this function
automatically overwrites the current Programmable Memory channel
with the present operating environment when:
You recall another Programmable Memory channel.
You press PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY, Programmable Memory OFF.
You switch OFF the transceiver.
Use the following procedures to activate this function:
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 6 (PM.AT).
3 Press OK', then switch the function ON (or OFF).
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#9.6 RESETTING PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY
Use this procedure to reset the Programmable Memory channels
to the factory defaults.
1 Hold CALL and press POWER ON.
A confirmation message appears.
To quit resetting, press any key other than OK.
2 Press OK.
#10 SCAN
Scan is a useful feature for hands-off monitoring of your
favorite frequencies. After becoming comfortable with how
to use all types of Scan, the monitoring flexibility gained
will increase your operating efficiency.
Note:
Remember to adjust the squelch threshold level before using
Scan.
While using CTCSS, Scan stops for any signal received; however,
the squelch opens only for signals that contain the same CTCSS
tone that is selected on your transceiver.
When using S-meter Squelch, Scan stops when the received signal
strength matches or exceeds the S-meter setting. Scan resumes
2 seconds after the signal level drops below the S-meter setting.
This transceiver provides the following conventional scans
in addition to "Priority Scan" that may be new to
you: The talce has the type of scan followed by a semi colon
then the scan range.
VFO Scan; All frequencies tunable on the band
Memory Scan; Frequencies stored in the memory channels
MHz Scan; All frequencies within 1 MHz range
Program Scan; All frequencies in the range selected on the
band
CalI/VFO Scan; Call channel plus the current VFO frequency
Call/Memory Scan; Call channel plus the memory channel last
used
#10.1 SCAN RESUME METHODS
Before using Scans other than Priority Scan, it's necessary
to decide under what condition you want your transceiver to
continue scanning after detecting and stopping for a signal.
You can choose Time-Operated mode or Carrier-Operated mode.
The default is Time-Operated mode.
Time-Operated mode
Your transceiver stops scanning when detecting a signal,
remains there for approximately 5 seconds, and then continues
to scan even if the signal is still present.
Carrier-Operated mode
Your transceiver stops scanning when detecting a signal and
remains on the same frequency until the signal drops out.
There is a 2 second delay between signal drop-out and scan
resumption to allow time for any responding stations to begin
transmitting.
Note: To temporarily stop scanning and monitor weak signals,
press and hold the Microphone PF key assigned the Monitor
function. Release the key to resume scanning.
#10.1.1 Selecting Scan Resume Method
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number10 (SCAN).
3 Press OK, then select Time-Operated (default) or Carrier-Operated.
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#10.2 VFO SCAN
VFO Scan allows you to scan all frequencies from the lowest
frequency to the highest frequency on the band. The current
frequency step size is used.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Hold VFO for 1 second
The I MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.
To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise
(upward scan) or counterclockwise (downward scan), or press
Microphone UP or DOWN.
3 To quit VFO Scan, press any key other than MHz and Microphone
UP or DOWN.
Note; The squelch must be closed for Scan to function.
#10.3 MEMORY SCAN
Memory Scan allows all memory channels containing data to
be scanned.
1 Hold Memory Recall for 1 second.
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
Scan starts with the channel last recalled.
To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise
(upward scan) or counterclockwise (downward scan), or press
Microphone LIP/DWN.
2 TO quit Memory Scan, press any key other than Microphone
UP or DOWN.
Note:
At least 2 or more memory channels must contain data and must
not be locked out.
The squelch must be closed for Scan to function,
The L 1 to L6 and U1 to U6 memory channels and the prior/ty
channel are not scanned.
You can also start Memory Scan when in Channel D/splay mode.
While Scan is being interrupted, the channel number blinks.
If you select "ONE" using Menu Number4 (MR), memory
channels on
only the current band will be scanned; otherwise, memory channels
on both VHF and UHF bands will be scanned.
#10.3.1 Locking Out Memory Channels
Memory channels that you prefer not to monitor while scanning,
can be locked out.
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
2 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
3 Select Menu Number 3 (MR.L.O.).
4 Press OK, then switch Lockout ON (or OFF).
5 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
When you recall a locked out memory channel, a star appears
above the memory channel.
Note: The L 1 to L6 and U1 to U6 memory channels and the
priority channel cannot be locked out.
#10.4 Mhz SCAN
MHz Scan allows you to scan a 1 MHz segment of the band.
The current 1 MHz digit determines the limits of the scan.
For example, if the current frequency is 438.400 MHz, then
MHz Scan would scan from 438.000 MHz to 438.975 MHz. The exact
upper limit depends on the step size selected.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Hold VFO for 1 second to start VFO Scan first.
3 Press MHz to start MHz Scan.
The I MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.
To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise
(upward scan) or counterclockwise (downward scan), or press
Microphone UP or DOWN.
4 To quit MHz Scan, press any key other than MHz and Microphone
UP or DOWN.
#10.5 PROGRAM SCAN
Program Scan is identical with VFO Scan except that you select
the frequency range of the scan.
#10.5.1 Setting Scan Limits
You can store up to 6 scan ranges in memory channels L1/U1
to L6/U6.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Select the desired frequency as the lower limit.
3 Press F.
4 Select a channel in the range from L1 to L6.
5 Press Memory Recall. The lower limit is stored in the channel.
6 Select the desired frequency as the upper limit.
7 Press F.
8 Select a matching channel in the range from U1 to U6. If
you have selected, for example, L3 in step 4, select U3.
9 Press Memory Recall. The upper limit is stored in the channel.
10 To confirm the stored scan limits, press Memory Recall,
then select the L and U channels.
Note:
The lower limit must be lower in frequency than the upper
limit.
The lower and upper frequency steps must be equal.
The lower and upper limits must be selected on the same band.
#10.5.2 Using Program Scan
1 Select a frequency equal to or between the programmed scan
limits.
2 Hold VFO for 1 second.
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
Scan starts at the frequency currently displayed.
To reverse the scan direction, turn the Tuning control clockwise
(upward scan) or counterclockwise (downward scan), or press
Microphone UP or DOWN.
3 To quit Program Scan, press any key other than MHz and
Microphone UP or DOWN.
Note:
The squelch must be closed for Scan to function.
If the frequency step of the current VFO frequency differs
from that of the programmed frequencies, you cannot use Program
Scan.
If the frequency steps of the lower limit and upper limit
differ, you cannot use Program Scan.
If the current VFO frequency is w/thin more than one programmed
scan range, the range stored in the smallest channel numbers
is used.
#10.6 CALL/VF0 SCAN
Use Call/VFO Scan to monitor both the Call channel and the
current VFO frequency on the selected band,
1 Press VFO to select VFO mode.
2 Select the desired band.
3 Select the desired frequency.
4 Hold CALL for 1 second to start CalI/VFO Scan. The 1 MHz
decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
5 To quit CalI/VFO Scan, press any key other than Microphone
UP or DOWN.
#10.7 CALL/MEMORY SCAN
Use Call/Memory Scan to monitor both the Call channel and
the desired memory channel.
1 Recall the desired memory channel.
2 Hold CALL for 1 second to start Call/Memory Scan.
The 1 MHz decimal blinks while scanning is in progress.
The Call channel on the same band as of the selected memory
channel is used for Scan.
3 To quit Call/Memory Scan, press any key other than Microphone
UP or DOWN.
Note: The memory channel last used is scanned even if it
has been locked out.
#10.8 PRIORITY SCAN
You may sometimes want to monitor your favorite frequency
on one band while operating on another band. Use Priority
Scan. This Scan always monitors your favorite frequency in
the background. When receiving signals on your specific frequency,
the transceiver immediately recalls that frequency on the
display and allows you to use it for QSO. First store your
favorite frequency in the Priority channel and select one
of the two Priority Scan methods.
Note: If you do not operate any control or key for 3 seconds
after signals drop, the transceiver resumes Priority Scan.
#10.8.1 Storing Frequency in Priority Channel
1 Select the desired band.
2 Select the desired frequency.
3 Press F. A memory channel number appears.
4 Select the Priority channel ("Pr").
5 Press Memory Recall.
Note: Not only can you store data in the Priority channel,
but you can also overwrite existing data with new data.
#10.8.2 Selecting Priority Scan Method
This transceiver prepares the following two modes for Priority
Scan. Use mode B when you do not want Priority Scan to disrupt
your current QSO.
Mode A: Monitors the Priority channel every 3 seconds no
matter whether or not signals are being received on the current
operating frequency.
Mode B: Monitors the Priority channel every 3 seconds only
when no signals are present on the current operating frequency.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 11 (PRI).
3 Press OK, then select mode A (default) or mode B.
4 Press OK: again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#10.8.3 Using Priority Scan
1 Press F, then MENU to start Priority Scan.
"PRI" appears.
When signals are received on the Priority channel, a beep
sounds and the Priority channel is recalled. In addition,
"PRI" blinks.
2 Press and hold Microphone PTT to transmit on the Priority
channel and release Microphone PTT to receive. Approximately
3 seconds after signals drop, Priority Scan resumes.
3 To quit Priority Scan, press F, then MENU again.
Note:
When signals are received on the Priority channel programmed
with
CTCSS, the Priority channel is recalled; however, the squelch
does
not open unless the signals contain the matching CTCSS tone,
You can simultaneously use Priority Scan and any other type
of Scan; however Priority Scan does not function while the
other scan is being paused.
To monitor the current operating frequency while using Priority
Scan, press and hold the Microphone PF key assigned the Monitor
function. Release the key to resume Priority Scan.
#11 CONTINUOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH SYSTEM (CTCSS)
You may sometimes want to hear calls from only specific persons.
The Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) allows you
to ignore (not hear) unwanted calls from other persons who
are using the same frequency. Simply select the same CTCSS
tone as selected by the other persons in your group. A CTCSS
tone is subaudible and is selectable from among the 38 standard
tone frequencies.
Note: CTCSS does not cause your conversation to be private.
It only relieves you of listening to unwanted conversations.
#11.1 USING CTCSS
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press TONE to activate the CTCSS function. Each time you
press TONE, the selection changes from no indication to Tone
to CTCSS and back to no indication.
3 Press F, them T. SEL. The current CTCSS frequency appears
and blinks.
4 Turn the Tuning control, or Microphone UP or DOWN, to select
a CTCSS frequency.
5 Press OK to complete the setting.
When you are called: The squelch of your transceiver opens
only when the selected tone is received.
When you make a call: Press and hold Microphone PTT.
Note:
Skip steps 3 to 5 if you have already programmed the appropriate
CTCSS frequency.
You can select a separate tone frequency for the CTCSS and
Tone functions.
You cannot use the CTCSS and Tone functions simultaneously
If you select a high tone frequency, receiving audio or noise
that contains the same frequency portions may cause CTCSS
to function incorrectly. To prevent noise from causing this
problem, select an appropriate noise squelch level.
The following table lists the sub audible numbers and the
frequency in Hz.
01 67.0
02 71.9
03 74.4
04 77.0
05 79.7
06 82.5
07 85.4
08 88.5
09 91.5
10 94.8
11 97.4
12 100.0
13 103.5
14 107.2
15 110.9
16 114.8
17 118.8
18 123.0
19 127.3
20 131.8
21 136.5
22 141.3
23 146.2
24 151.4
25 156.7
26 162.2
27 167.9
28 173.8
29 179.9
30 186.2
31 192.8
32 203.5
33 210.7
34 218.1
35 225.7
36 233.6
37 241.8
38 250.3
Note: Use Nos. 01 to 38, shown in the table above, when selecting
tone frequencies via Keypad Direct Entry.
#11.1.1 Automatic Tone Frequency ID
This function automatically identifies the incoming tone
frequency on a received signal.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Hold TONE for 1 second to activate the function.
The current tone frequency appears and the 1 Hz decimal blinks.
When a signal is received, the transceiver begins scanning
through all tone frequencies in order to identify the incoming
tone frequency.
When the tone frequency is identified, the identified frequency
appears and blinks.
The identified frequency is programmed in place of the currently
set CTCSS frequency.
3 Press any key to quit the function.
Note: Received signals are audible while scanning is in progress.
#12 DUAL TONE MULTI FREQUENCY (DTMF) FUNCTIONS
The keypad includes the 12 keys found on a push-button telephone
plus 4 additional keys (A, B, C, D). These additional keys
are required for various control operations by some repeater
systems.
#12.1 MAKING DTMF CALLS
1 Press and hold Microphone PTT.
2 Press the keys in sequence on the keypad to send DTMF tones.
The corresponding DTMF tones are transmitted.
Your transceiver remains in the transmit mode for 2 seconds
after you release each key. So you can release Microphone
PTT after beginning to press keys.
Tabe of dual tones frequencies is omitted.
#12.1.1 Autopatch
Some repeaters in the U.S.A. and Canada offer a service called
Autopatch. Autopatch allows you to access the public telephone
network by sending DTMF tones. Some repeaters require a special
key sequence to activate Autopatch. Check with the repeater
control operator.
#12.1.2 Microphone Keypad Confirmation Tones
When pressing the desired keys on the microphone keypad,
this function produces feedback tones for your confirmation.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 28 (DT. MN).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to switch the function
ON or OFF (default).
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#12.2 STORING DTMF NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC DIALER
To store a DTMF number with a maximum of 16 digits in any
of 10 dedicated DTMF memory channels, follow the procedure
below.
Note: Audible DTMF tones from other transceivers near you
may be picked up by your microphone. If so, this could prevent
the function from working correctly
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 29 to 38 (DTMF) corresponding to the
desired memory channel.
3 Press OK. The display for entering a DTMF number appears.
4 Use the keypad to enter the digits of the number to be
stored.
The corresponding DTMF tones are heard.
If you enter an incorrect digit, press VFO to erase all digits
entered.
5 Press OK to complete the entry and exit Menu mode.
#12.3 CONFIRMING STORED DTMF NUMBERS
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 29 to 38 (DTMF) corresponding to the
desired memory channel.
3 Press Memory Recall. The number stored in the channel scrolls
across the display accompanied by DTMF tones from the speaker.
4 Press MENU to exit Menu mode.
#12.4 TRANSMITTING STORED DTMF NUMBERS
To transmit a stored DTMF number, follow the procedure below.
1 Hold Microphone PTT then press Microphone PF.
2 Press a single key 0 to 9 to select the desired channel.
The number stored in the channel scrolls across the display
accompanied by DTMF tones from the speaker.
After the transmission, the frequency display is restored.
#13 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION (PF) KEYS
The Programmable Function keys are PF, Memory Recall, VFO,
and CALL located on the face of the microphone. If you prefer,
you can change the default functions assigned to these keys.
The manufacturer's defailts are:
Programmable Function (PF1); Band Select
Memory Recall (PF2); Memory Recall
VFO (PF3); VFO Select
CALL (PF4); Call Channel Select
#13.1 ASSIGNING FRONT PANEL KEY FUNCTIONS
1 Press one of the following key combinations depending on
which key you want to re-program:
Hold Microphone PF then press POWER ON ("PFI" appears)
Hold Microphone MR then press POWER ON ("PF2" appears)
Hold Microphone VFO the press POWER ON ("PF3" appears)
Hold Microphone CALL then press POWER ON ("PF4"
appears)
2 Press the key or key combination on the front panel that
you want to assign.
The following types of front panel key functions cannot be
assigned:
POWER switch
Hold a key and press POWER ON
Hold a key for 1 second
F
Tuning control
VOLUME control
SQUELCH control
The front panel key will still function normally after "copying"
its function to a Programmable Function key.
To restore the default functions, do a Full Reset.
Note:
If the LOCK switch located on the rear of the microphone is
ON, you cannot re-program the Programmable Function keys.
Pressing the PTT switch in step 2 assigns the VFO/Memory Recall
Switch function.
#13.2 ASSIGNING SPECIAL KEY FUNCTIONS
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 20 (PF1) to Number 23 (PF4).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to select the desired
function. As you turn the Tuning control clockwise the selection
changes as follows:
User Setting, to Monitor, to Enter, to Voice, to POWER switch
(PF 1 only).
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
User Setting:
Selects the front panel key function you assigned.
Monitor:
Makes the squelch open and allows you to monitor activity
on the current frequency. This function is useful when adjusting
the volume or when receiving weak signals.
Pressing the re-programmed Microphone key switches Monitor
ON or OFF.
Scan will not function if Monitor is ON (squelch open).
Enter
Allows you to enter digits from the microphone. Refer to "KEYPAD
DIRECT ENTRY".
Voice:
Activates or deactivates the function that announces the current
frequency using beeps of different frequencies. Press any
key to stop the beeps.
POWER switch:
Turns the transceiver ON or OFF. This function can be assigned
only to PF 1.
#14 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS
#14.1 TIME-OUT TIMER (TOT)
It is sometimes necessary or desirable to restrict a single
transmission to a specific maximum time. This feature can
be useful when accessing repeaters to prevent repeater time-outs,
or when trying to conserve battery power.
When TOT times out, the transceiver generates beeps and automatically
returns to receive mode. To resume transmitting, release and
then press Microphone PTT again.
You can change the default TOT time (10 minutes).
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 13 (TOT).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to select the desired
TOT time. The selectable time are 3, 5, and 10 minutes.
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#14.2 AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)
Automatic Power Off is a background function that monitors
whether any buttons or keys have been pressed, or whether
the Tuning control has been turned. After 3 hours pass with
no operations, APO turns OFF the power. However, I minute
before the power turns OFF, "APO" appears and blinks,
and a series of warning tones sound.
Not: ff the squelch opens or any settings are changed during
the 3 hour period while APO is ON, the timer resets. When
the squelch closes or you stop changing the settings, the
timer begins counting again from O.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 12 (APO).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to switch the function
ON (or OFF).
4 Press OK again to compete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#14.3 PROGRAMMABLE VFO
If you want, you can set limits for the minimum and maximum
frequencies that are selectable using the Tuning control.
For example, if you select 145 MHz for the lower limit and
146 MHz for the upper limit, the tunable range will be from
145.000 MHz to 146.995 MHz. This function will be useful if
you always check frequencies within a certain range.
Note:
You cannot program the 100 kHz and subsequent digits.
The exact 100 kHz and subsequent digits of the upper limit
depend on the step size selected.
You can select the lower and upper limits within the allowable
receive frequency range that differs depending on the markets.
1 Press VFO to select VFO mode.
2 Select the desired band.
3 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
4 Select Menu Number 9 (PROG.VFO).
5 Press OK, then select the lower frequency limit.
6 Press OK again, then select the upper frequency limit.
7 Press OK once again to complete the setting and exit Menu
mode.
#14.4 KEYPAD DIRECT ENTRY
You can select the desired operating frequency, memory channel,
or tone frequency by entering numbers directly from the MC-53DM
microphone. To use this function, assign the Enter function
to any Programmable Function key first.
#14.4.1 Frequency Entry
1 Press VFO to select VFO mode.
2 Select the desired band.
3 Press the Microphone key re-programmed with Enter. The
display for Direct Frequency Entry appears.
4 Use the Microphone keypad to enter the desired frequency.
Enter the digits in order from the most significant to the
least significant.
When the current step size is 5, 10, 15, 20, or 50 kHz, enter
numeric values to the 1 kHz digit. Enter either 0 or 5 for
the I kHz digit.
On versions with receiver coverage wider than 10 MHz, enter
from the 10 MHz digit. For other versions, begin entering
from the 1 MHz digit.
Note:
When the current step size is 6.25, 12.5, or 25 kHz, entering
the 10 kHz d/git completes frequency setting. The 10 kHz and
subsequent digits are corrected according to which key is
pressed for the 10 kHz digit.
If you press any key other than O-9 or Enter, or if you do
not make the next entry within 10 seconds, direct entry is
canceled and the VFO mode is restored.
If you press Microphone Enter while entering a frequency,
the new data is accepted for the digits entered and the previous
data remains unchanged for the digits not yet entered.
Except for the 1 kHz digit, entering a digit that is outside
the allowable range causes the nearest digit within range
to be displayed. For the 1 kHz digit, pressing 0 to 4 selects
"0" and pressing 5 to 9 selects "5".
#14.4.2 Memory Channel Number Entry
1 Press Memory Recall to enter Memory Recall mode.
2 Press the Microphone key re-programmed with Enter. "1
--" appears.
3 Use the Microphone keypad to enter 3 digits.
To recall channel 3, for example, enter "003".
If you press any key other than 0 to 9, or if you do not make
the next entry within 10 seconds, the previous frequency display
will be restored.
If you enter a memory channel that does not contain data,
an error beep sounds.
#14.4.3 Tone Frequency Number Entry
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press TONE to activate the Tone or CTCSS function.
3 Press F, then T. SEL. The current tone frequency appears.
4 Press the Microphone key re-programmed with Enter. "-
-" appears.
5 Use the Microphone keypad to enter the Tone No, corresponding
to the desired tone frequency.
Consult the tables given in pages 24 and 47 to find out how
the Tone Numbers correspond to the tone frequencies.
To select Tone Number 3 (74.4 Hz), for example, enter "03".
If you press any key other than 0 to 9, or if you do not make
the next entry within 10 seconds, the previous frequency display
will be restored.
#14.5 CHANGING FREQUENCY STEP SIZE
Choosing the correct step size is essential in order to select
your exact receive frequency using the Tuning control or Microphone
UP or DOWN. The default step size on the VHF band is 5 kHz
(U.S.A./Canada) or 12.5 kHz (Europe/General). The default
on the UHF band is 25 kHz no matter which market version.
1 Press VFO to select VFO mode.
2 Select the desired band.
3 Press F, then STEP. The current step size appears.
4 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the desired step size. The selectable step sizes
are 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, and 50 kHz.
5 Press OK to complete the setting, ..
Note: Changing between step sizes may correct the displayed
frequency. For example if 144.995 MHz is displayed with a
5 kHz size selected, changing to a 12.5 kHz step size corrects
the display to 144.975 MHz.
#14.6 DISPLAY DIMMER
#14.6.1 Manual Dimmer Change
You can manually change the display illumination to suit
the lighting conditions where you are operating.
Press DIMMER to select from 5 levels, including OFF.
Note: Selecting OFF automatically switches Auto Dimmer Change
ON.
#14.6.2 Auto Dimmer Change
This function increases the display intensity one step brighter
for approximately 5 seconds when you press a front panel button
or Microphone key, or turn the Tuning control. No change occurs
if you have selected the brightest level.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 2 (A.DIM).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to switch the function
ON (or OFF).
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#14.7 BEEP VOLUME CHANGE
The transceiver beeps each time you press a front panel button
or Microphone key. You can change the beep volume or turn
it off.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 16 (BEEP).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to select the volume
from levels 1 to 7 and OFF. The default is level 5.
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#14.8 DISPLAY DEMONSTRATION
By initiating this function, various pre-programmed displays
appear. You still can normally use the transceiver in this
mode. Pressing a front panel button or Microphone key, or
turning the Tuning control restores the operating display
immediately. If there is no button/key entry or Tuning control
adjustment for approximately 12 seconds, the transceiver reverts
back to Demonstration mode.
Hold F and press POWER ON to switch the function ON (or OFF).
#14.9 LOCK
#14.9.1Transceiver Lock
Transceiver Lock is suitable for a typical mobile installation
where you alter most functions with your microphone. This
Lock disables all functions excluding the following:
POWER switch
F
F, then MHz
SQUELCH controls
VOLUME controls
Microphone keys
Press F, then MHz to switch Transceiver Lock ON (or OFF).
A key icon appears when the function is ON.
#14.9.2 All Lock
All Lock is ideal when you have no plans to transmit but
you want to monitor a specific channel. This Lock disables
all functions excluding the following two:
POWER switch
Hold MHz and press POWER ON
1 Switch Transceiver Lock ON.
2 Switch OFF the power to the transceiver.
3 Hold MHz and press POWER ON to switch All Lock ON (or OFF).
The key icon slowly blinks when the function is ON.
#14.10 POWER-ON MESSAGE
Each time you switch the transceiver ON, the factory default
message appears and stays for approximately 2 seconds. You
can program your favorite message in place of "KENWOOD".
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 1 (P-ON).
3 Press OK. The current message appears and the last digit
blinks.
4 Press VFO to clear all digits and move back to the first
digit.
5 Turn the Tuning control, or press Microphone UP or DOWN,
to select the first digit. To enter a dot after the digit,
press Memory Recall. Pressing Memory Recall again clears the
dot.
6 Press tight arrow. The second digit blinks.
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter up to 7 digits.
After entering the 7th digit, you need not press right arrow
To re-enter the preceding digit, press left arrow.
8 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
#14.11 S-METER SQUELCH
By activating S-meter Squelch, the squelch does not open
until a signal with the same or greater strength than the
S-meter setting is received. This function is useful to eliminate
constantly resetting the squelch when receiving weak stations
that you have no interest in.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 14 (S.SQL).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to switch the function
ON (or OFF).
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
The S-meter setting segments appear.
5 Turn the SQUELCH control to select the desired S-meter
setting from the 7 levels.
#14.11.1 Squelch Hang Time
When using S-meter Squelch, you may want to adjust the time
interval between when the received signals drop and when the
squelch closes.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 15 (HNG.T).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to select from OFF
(default), 125 ms, 250 ms and 500 ms.
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
Note: Menu Number 15 is selectable only when the S-meter
Squelch is ON.
#14.12 ADVANCED INTERCEPT POINT (AIP)
AlP helps eliminate interference and reduce audio distortion
caused by intermodulation. This problem is often apparent
in urban areas when the band is extremely crowded.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press F, then DIMMER to switch the function ON (or OFF).
"ALP" appears when the function is selected.
Note: You can make a separate AlP setting between the VHF
and UHF bands.
#14.13 SWITCHING AM/FM MODE
This transceiver is also capable of receiving in AM mode.
The default mode for the 118 MHz band is AM; the default for
the 144 MHz or 440 MHz band is FM. You can select either mode
for each band.
Note: The AM mode is available to receive only. You cannot
use AM mode to transmit.
1 Select the desired band.
2 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
3 Select Menu Number 0 (F/A).
4 Press OK, then select FM or AM mode.
5 Press OK once again to complete the setting and exit Menu
mode.
When you select AM mode, a spade icon appears.
#15 MICROPHONE CONTROL
You can change numerous transceiver settings by using the
microphone keys. DTMF tones are used for this remote control
operation. First switch Microphone Control ON using Menu Set-up.
Note:
Audible DTMF tones from other transceivers near you may be
picked up by your microphone. If so, this could prevent the
function from working correctly.
U.S.A. only; It is illegal to transmit control codes on the
VHF band. Transmit control codes only on the UHF band.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 27 (MC.RM).
3 Press OK, then turn the Tuning control to switch the function
ON (or OFF).
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
The following table shows what function is switched ON and
OFF or which setting is changed.
1 Priority Scan
2 Tone/CTCSS
3 Reverse
4 1 MHz Step Change
5 Monitor
6 Frequency Readout by Beeps. Transceivers equipped with
the optional VS-3 unit announce the displayed information.
7 Volume Change. After entering the selection mode, press
* or # to change the level or selection. Both Volume Change
and Squelch Adjustment cannot be activated at the same time.
8 Cross-band Operation
9 Squelch Adjustment. After entering the selection mode,
press * or # to change the level or selection. Both Volume
Change and Squelch Adjustment cannot be activated at the same
time.
0 TX Power Change
A Enter
B Dimmer Level Change
C No function
D F Key
* Down
# Up. Both Volume Change and Squelch Adjustment must be OFF
to change the tone or frequency step using this key.
D then 2 Tone Select. After entering the selection mode,
press * or # to change the level or selection. First press
2 to activate the Tone or CTCSS function. Press OK on the
front panel of the transceiver to complete the setting.
D then 3 Offsei Direction Select
D then 5 DTMF Keypad Lock
D then 6 DTMF Keypad Unlock
D then 0 Frequency Step Change. After entering the selection
mode, press * or # to change the level or selection. Press
OK on the front panel of the transceiver to complete the setting.
D then B AIP
#16 PACKET OPERATION
Connect this transceiver to your personal computer via a
Terminal Node Controller (TNC). You can send E-mail to far
away stations or obtain a variety of information via your
local bulletin boards, or you may enjoy other Packet applications.
Reference material for starting Packet operation should be
available at any store that handles Amateur Radio equipment.
#16.1 1200/9600 bps OPERATION
Select 1200 bps or 9600 bps for the data transfer rate, depending
on the type of your TNC.
1200 bps:
The Transmit data input (PKD) sensitivity is 40 mV peak to
peak, and the input impedance is 10 kohms. This is suitable
for a typical 1200 bps TNC.
9600 bps:
The Transmit data input (PKD) sensitivity is 2 V peak to
peak, and the input impedance is 10 kohms. This is suitable
for most 9600 bps TNCs. Select 9600 bps if using a TNC with
dual speed capability that only has a 2 V peak to peak output.
1 Press MENU to enter Menu mode.
2 Select Menu Number 19 (BPS).
3 Press OK, then switch 1200 bps (default) or 9600 bps.
4 Press OK again to complete the setting and exit Menu mode.
If you select 9600 bps, "9600" appears.
Note:
If the TX delay of your TNC is not long enough, connection
errors may occur. If connection errors frequently occur, it
is recommended to set the TX delay parameter on the TNC to
300 ms by using your computer.
Using a modulator input level that is far different from the
optimum 40 m Vpp or 2 V peak to prak specifications may result
in deterioration of the SiN ratio or signal distortion. This
could result in increased errors or a complete failure to
connect with other stations.
If the modulator input level exceeds approximately 3 V peak
to peak, the limiter circuit functions to maintain the same
transmit bandwidth as that of 3 V.
Packet operation, easily affected by transmit and receive
conditions, requires a full-scale S-meter reading for reliable
communication. When the S-meter reads less than maximum during
9600 bps operation, communication errors are frequent.
Inputting 9600 bps GMSK signals at too high a level or inputting
significantly distorted signals into the transceiver can cause
errors
and a wide transmit bandwidth that may interfere with other
stations.
#16.1.1 DATA Connector Pin Functions (omitted fro this document)
#17 VS-3 VOICE SYNTHESIZER (Optional)
Install the optional VS-3 unit to use this function. Each
time you change the transceiver mode, such as VFO or Memory
Recall, the transceiver automatically announces the new mode.
The table below shows what the transceiver automatically
announces when it enters a new mode. There are three items
in each line delimited with semi colons. The three items are:
Key pressed; new mode; and the announcement.
VFO; VFO; VFO
Memory Recal;l Memory Recall; MR
CALL; Call Channel; Call
PROGRAMMABLE MEMORY; Programmable Memory; PM
MENU; Menu; Menu
BAND; New operating band; Current frequency
Microphone PF key programmed with Enter when pressed in VFO
or Memory Recall mode.; Keypad Direct Entry; Enter
In addition, the transceiver announces the displayed information
as follows when pressing Microphone 6 in Microphone Control
mode or the PF key programmed with Voice.
In VFO mode, announces the VFO frequency on the current
band beginning with the 100 MHz digit. For the MHz decimal
point, announces "point".
In Memory Recall mode, announces the channel number, "channel",
and the frequency. For the L or U channels, announces "low"
or "up", the channel number, and the frequency.
For the Priority channel, announces "PR" and the
frequency.
In Channel Display mode, announces the channel number and
"channel". For the L or U channels, announces "low"
or "up" and the channel number. For the Priority
channel, announces only "PR".
In Call Channel mode, announces "call" and the frequency.
While a tone frequency is being selected, announces the tone
frequency.
After installing the optional VS-3 unit, you can also reprogram
the DIM button on the front panel with Voice. Access Menu
Number 18 (KEY), and select Voice (VOIC).
Note:
To deactivate the Voice Synthesizer function after installing
the optional VS-3 unit, access Menu Number 17, and select
OFF.
While using Transceiver Lock, the transceiver makes an announcement
only when pressing Microphone 6 in Microphone Control mode
or the PF key programmed with Voice. When in All Lock mode,
pressing these keys simply causes an error beep to sound;
the transceiver does not make an announcement in any case.
The Voice Synthesizer function does not work while transmitting
or scanning.
#18 CROSS BAND OPERATION
This transceiver is capable of receiving signals on one band
and transmitting signals on another band. This function, however,
is neither Cross-band Repeater nor Full Duplex. Cross-band
Operation does not repeat signals originating from one band,
using another band, and it does not receive and transmit signals
simultaneously. This function is useful, for example, when
joining in a group talk via a Cross-band Repeater. Participants
in a group talk need to set a receive and transmit frequency
on different bands so as not to miss any conversations within
the group.
Note: It is illegal to use Cross-band Repeater in some countries.
Check
with your local regulations.
1 Press BANDto select the band for transmitting.
2 Select the appropriate transmit frequency.
3 Press BAND to select another band. This band will be used
for receiving.
4 Select the appropriate receive frequency.
5 Press F, then the key for an icon that looks like a flattened
X to enter Cross-band Operation mode. A cross icon appears.
It looks like a flattened X.
6 To exit Cross-band Operation mode, press F, then the flattened
X again.
Note:
You can use only 144 MHz and 430/440 MHz bands to perform
Cross-band operation.
When/n Cross-band Operation mode, pressing BAND switches the
receive and transmit band.
#19 CLONE
Clone is used to copy exactly all transceiver settings to
another TM-G707 transceiver. Everything set or stored in one
transceiver is copied into another transceiver at one time.
The cable for connecting the two TM-G707 transceivers is available
as an option (E30-3326-05); contact a KENWOOD service center.
Note:
Before connecting the cable, switch off the power to the two
transceivers.
The two TM-G707 transceivers must be the same market versions
to use the Clone function.
If "ERROR" appears on the display, you might have
performed incorrect operations. Switch off the power to the
two transceivers and exactly follow the procedures given in
this manual.
1 Connect one end of the appropriate cable to the DATA connector
of one transceiver.
2 Connect the other end of the cable to the DATA connector
of another transceiver.
3 Configure one transceiver as required. This transceiver
is referred to as the "source transceiver" hereafter.
4 On the source transceiver, hold F, and REVERSE and press
POWER ON. "CLONE" appears.
5 On the target transceiver, hold F and REVERSE and press
POWER ON. "CLONE" appears.
6 On the source transceiver, press CALL.
Data transfer starts.
"SEND" appears.
When data transfer finishes, "END" appears on the
source transceiver.
If data transfer fails, "ERROR" appears on the source
transceiver.
7 Switch off the power to the two transceivers.
8 Disconnect the cable from the two transceivers.
The wiring diagram for the connection cable equipped with
6-pin mini DIN plugs is omitted in this document.
#20 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES (omitted in this document)
#21 INSTALLING OPTIONS (omitted in this document)
#22 MAINTENANCE
#22.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Your transceiver has been factory aligned and tested to specification
before shipment. All adjustable trimmers, coils and resistors
in the transceiver were preset at the factory. They should
only be readjusted by a qualified technician who is familiar
with this transceiver and has the necessary test equipment.
Attempting service or alignment without factory authorization
can void the transceiver warranty.
#22.2 SERVICE
When returning the equipment to your dealer or service center
for repair, pack the transceiver in its original box and packing
material. Include a full description of the problems experienced.
Include both your telephone number and fax number (if available)
along with your name and address in case the service technician
needs to call you. Don't return accessory items unless you
feel they are directly related to the service problem.
You may return your transceiver for service to the authorized
KENWOOD dealer from whom you purchased it or any authorized
KENWOOD service center. A copy of the service report will
be returned with the transceiver. Please do not send subassemblies
or printed circuit boards. Send the complete transceiver.
Tag a!I returned items with your name and call sign for identification.
Please mention the model and serial number of the transceiver
in any communication regarding the problem.
#22.3 SERVICE NOTE
If you desire to correspond on a technical or operational
problem, please make your note shod, complete, and to the
point. Help us help you by providing the following:
Model and serial number of equipment
Question or problem you are having
Other equipment in your station pertaining to the problem
Meter readings
Other information (Menu setup, mode, frequency, button sequence
to induce malfunction, etc.)
CAUTION: DO NOT PACK THE EQUIPMENT IN CRUSHED NEWSPAPERS
FOR SHIPMENT. EXTENSIVE DAMAGE MAY RESULT
DURING ROUGH HANDLING OR SHIPPING.
Note:
Record the date of purchase, serial number and dealer from
whom
the transceiver was purchased.
For your own information, retain a written record of any maintenance
performed on the transceiver.
When claiming warranty service, please include a photocopy
of the
bill of sale, or other proof-of-purchase showing the date
of sale.
#22.4 CLEANING
Remove the controls from the transceiver when they become
soiled and clean them with a neutral detergent and warm water.
Use a neutral detergent (no strong chemicals) and a damp cloth
to clean the case.
#22.5 TROUBLESHOOTING (omitted in this document)
#23 SPECIFICATIONS (omitted in this document)
#24 POWER ON FUNCTION SUMMARY
This table summarizes the functions that you can initiate
using the POWER switch. After switching OFF the transceiver,
press and hold the appropriate key, then press the POWER switch.
The function is quoted first, followed by a semi colon and
then the key that initiates the function when held and POWER
ON is pressed.
All Lock ON/OFF. For off First press F MHz to switch Transceiver
Lock ON; MHz
Channel Display ON/OFF; LOW
Display Demonstration ON/OFF; F
Easy Operation ON/OFF; MENU
Program Function Keys; see details in manual
Full Reset (Memory); Memory Recall
Memory Channel Clear. First recall the memory channel that
you want to clear.; MHz
Partial Reset (VFO); VFO
Programmable Memory Reset; CALL
#25 INDEX (omitted in this document)
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